

Best for beginner divers, 15-25m, boat entry.
Shark Encounter is an artificial reef located 1000 metres off the coast of New Providence, Bahamas. The site features depths ranging from 15 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility at the site varies between 10 and 30 metres. Suitable for beginners, the site is accessed by boat. Divers should be aware of boat traffic on the surface and monitor their depth gauge while navigating the reef structures. Guided charters are recommended to assist with observing local marine life. Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, green sea turtles, French angelfish, great barracuda, wrasses, and fairy basslets.
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The site is a controlled shark dive where divers kneel on the sandy bottom while professional handlers feed the sharks.
Stuart Cove’s operates the site and offers a complimentary shuttle service from most major hotels in Nassau and the cruise ship dock.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
30 min
Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, green sea turtles, French angelfish, great barracuda, wrasses, fairy basslets, Caribbean ocean surgeonfish, gray angelfish, redband parrotfish, spotfin butterflyfish, whiptail stingray, queen parrotfish, foureye butterfly fish, and groupers.
Yes, Shark Encounter is considered suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 15 to 25 metres deep, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This is a boat-only site located 1000 metres from the shore.
The site is listed for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Shark Encounter in Nassau requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shark Encounter in Nassau. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
Divers at Shark Encounter in Nassau should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Visibility at Shark Encounter in Nassau typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.